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Critical Metals: Zinc

May 2014
In this article, part of an ongoing series taking a look at critical metals in our economy, we will examine the mining and use of the metal zinc.

The Highs and Lows of Drywashing

August 2016
We were met with a plethora of mechanical problems with the dry washer and even a few with the excavator that were at times frustrating, but we were in this for the long haul, so we needed to solve these problems and move forward.

The Bawl Mill

March 2012
• Make your vote count...again, and again, and again...
• Debt ceiling, round two
• "Throw Them All Out"
• A cut above the rest...

Ask The Experts - Incorrect assays cause problems

August 2018

Forest Occupancy Decision Stands—US Forest Service Withdraws Appeal

January 2004
In the July 2003 issue we reported on the case of Public Lands for the People (PLP) members Ron Lex and Ken Waggener (“PLP Members Win Occupancy Case—Appeals Continue”). The two miners were cited for occupying their...

Ask The Experts—Difference between a Geiger counter and scintillator

October 2011
Would you explain the difference between a Geiger counter and a scintillator and how they operate in uranium prospecting?

Michigan DEQ Gives Tentative OK to Nickel, Copper Mine

February 2007
Environmentalists were happy when the state adopted rules governing an underground mining method that hadn’t been tried in Michigan. Now they’re angry.

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